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John Wilks

$2,295.00
12 Ga | 28" Barrels | English Walnut Stock

Crafted in the United Kingdom in 1930, this John Wilks 12-gauge boxlock represents the refined heritage and meticulous bench-made quality of classic British gunmaking. Designed as a versatile game gun, it embodies the balanced proportions and enduring reliability prized by traditional shotgun enthusiasts.

This specific unit is stocked in straight English walnut with a 14 ½-inch length of pull cast for a right-handed shooter, paired with 28-inch barrels featuring 2 ½-inch chambers and an 8 to 6 mm solid rib. Reflecting the esteemed craft of John Wilks, the receiver is embellished with beautiful engraving throughout and remains in fine vintage condition.

The barrels feature fixed constrictions of Modified in the right bore and Improved Modified in the left, while the action locks up tight with crisp double triggers and automatic ejectors. Offered as an uncased firearm, this classic side-by-side functions smoothly and qualifies for Curio & Relic transfer.

  • Model: Boxlock
  • Type: Side by Side
  • Caliber / Bore / Gauge: 12 Ga
  • Barrel Length: 28"
  • Overall Length: 43"
  • Action: Side by Side
  • Safety: Automatic
  • Ejectors: Ejectors
  • Chambers: 2.5
  • Chokes: Left: IM, Right: MOD
  • Rib: 8 - 6 mm solid rib
  • Stock Material: English Walnut
  • Barrel Type: Side by Side
  • Length of Pull (LOP): 14 1/2"
  • Length of Pull to Wood (LOP to Wood): 13 5/8"
  • Cast: Right
  • Drop at Comb (DAC): 1 5/8"
  • Drop at Heel (DAH): 2"
  • Stock: Straight English
  • Palm Swell: No
  • Seller Inventory #: 07458
  • Price: $2295
  • License Needed: C&R
  • Country of Make: United Kingdom
  • Year of Make: 1930
  • Weight: 6 lbs 4.4 oz
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